Value of Citizen Science

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Citizen science involves collecting and analyzing data on things that matter to human beings, either environment, health, ocean, or space, through collaboration and public participation. Citizen science aims to increase knowledge using scientific research. Citizen science uses the collaboration of researchers and scientists with volunteers, either individuals or community-based groups (Scistarters, 2020).
The pros of citizen science are that it teaches kids and other individuals to be responsible as it involves them in research. Also, it enhances interactions as it involves community engagement regionally to global heights. In addition, it saves resources as it involves an intense survey over a short period or a long-term project conducted partially. Additionally, individuals or community groups learn from the data collected and understand what is happening in other parts of the world. Further, citizen science faces financial challenges even though it is a volunteer...